Qatar’s reputation as a cultural and lifestyle hub in the Middle East continues to grow, as more businesses flock to the Emirate.
Doha’s blossoming arts and culture scene was given a massive boost with the opening of the Museum of Islamic Art in 2008, and a steady stream of galleries, hotels and other cultural attractions have followed ever since.
The opening this month of the Anima Gallery and Lounge on The Pearl-Qatar – the emirate’s luxury lifestyle development – brings an additional 570 sq m of gallery space to the waterfront, showing a collection of contemporary art from local and international artists.
The adjoining Anima Lounge, set to open later this year, will provide a creative meeting space for visitors and art enthusiasts to come and meet with like-minded individuals, as well artists and collectors, or simply enjoy the creative environment.
The Pearl has become Qatar’s primary lifestyle destination, with high-end boutiques and fine dining restaurants lining the boardwalk, despite a government curb on the sale of
alcohol on the man-made island.
The city’s top-end dining scene has also had a boost with the opening of several new five-star hotels, including the St. Regis Doha and InterContinental Doha The City, which both promise spectacular dining options as well as a glamorous place to stay.
As of this month, InterContinental Doha The City is home to Doha’s highest dining experience, the exclusive two-level restaurant and lounge Strata. The stylish venue occupies the 55th and 56th floors of the hotel and serves a selection of chilled seafood in designer surroundings, with stunning views of the city.
St. Regis Doha opened last month to huge fanfare. Shortly after welcoming its first guest, Leonardo Ferragamo, CEO of Salvatore Ferragamo Group, it announced plans to open two Gordon Ramsay restaurants led by chef Gilles Bosquet (pictured) in May.
“The Pearl has become Qatar’s primary lifestyle destination, with high-end boutiques and fine dining restaurants lining the boardwalk”.
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